S. Gumina, Stefano Carbone, P. Albino, M. Gurzi, F. Postacchini European Spine Journal July 2013, Volume 22, Issue 7, pp 1558-1563 Abstract Purpose Objective of this study is to evaluate the diagnostic values of the Arm Squeeze Test. The test consists in squeezing the middle third of the upper arm. Methods 1,567 patients were included […]
Randy Neblett, MA The Spine Journal: Available online 16 November 2013: In Press Abstract Background context Abnormal pretreatment flexion-relaxation in chronic disabling occupational lumbar spinal disorder patients has been shown to improve with functional restoration rehabilitation. Little is known about the effects of prior lumbar surgeries on flexion-relaxation and its responsiveness to treatment. Purpose To […]
Kiesel KB,et al J Sport Rehabil. 2013 Nov 14. [Epub ahead of print] PubMed Reference: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/24225032/ Affiliation Abstract CONTEXT: Previous injury is the strongest risk factor for future injury in sports. It has been proposed that motor control changes, such as movement limitation and asymmetry, associated with injury and pain may be perpetuated as part […]
Woon JT, Maigne JY, Perumal V, Stringer MD. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2013 Nov 1;38(23):E1437-45. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0b013e3182a45e07. Source *Department of Anatomy, Otago School of Medical Sciences, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand †Service de Médecine Physique, Hôpital Hôtel-Dieu, Paris Cedex, France. Abstract STUDY DESIGN: Retrospective case-control study. OBJECTIVE: To determine if differences exists between the […]
A scoping review Abboud J,et al. Cephalalgia. 2013 Dec;33(16):1319-36. doi: 10.1177/0333102413492913. Epub 2013 Jun 26. Abstract INTRODUCTION: Individuals with tension-type headache (TTH), in addition to headache pain, typically suffer from pericranial muscle tenderness and increased cervical muscle tone. Physical and physiological outcomes related to musculoskeletal function, however, are not commonly assessed in clinical studies and […]
Werner CM,et al. BMC Surg. 2013 Oct 31;13(1):52. [Epub ahead of print] Abstract BACKGROUND: The sacroiliac joint (SIJ) is a frequently underestimated cause of lower back (LBP). A simple clinical test of sufficient validity would be desirable. The aim of this study was to evaluate the diagnostic value of a new PSIS distraction test for […]
Published: Oct 22, 2013 | Updated: Oct 22, 2013 By Cole Petrochko, Staff Writer, MedPage Today Full Story: http://www.medpagetoday.com/Cardiology/Atherosclerosis/42415 Action Points In this study of patients who were not on baseline medications for dyslipidemia, coronary artery calcium appeared to classify atherosclerotic cardiovascular risk better than counting lipid abnormalities. Across the spectrum of dyslipidemia, event rates […]
John J Triano, Brian Budgell, Angela Bagnulo, Benjamin Roffey, Thomas Bergmann, Robert Cooperstein, Brian Gleberzon, Christopher Good, Jacquelyn Perron and Rodger Tepe Abstract (provisional) Background With the development of increasing evidence for the use of manipulation in the management of musculoskeletal conditions, there is growing interest in identifying the appropriate indications for care. Recently, attempts […]
Published: Oct 17, 2013 By Sarah Wickline Full Story: http://www.medpagetoday.com/MeetingCoverage/ANA/42350 Action Points This study was published as an abstract and presented at a conference. These data and conclusions should be considered to be preliminary until published in a peer-reviewed journal. NEW ORLEANS — Despite current guidelines that recommend against CT or MRI for uncomplicated headaches, […]
Video summary of the August 28, 2013 Rational Clinical Examination systematic review, “Does This Patient With Shoulder Pain Have Rotator Cuff Disease?” ARTICLE: Does This Patient With Shoulder Pain Have Rotator Cuff Disease?: The Rational Clinical Examination Systematic Review Hermans J, Luime JJ, Meuffels DE, Reijman M, Simel DL, Bierma-Zeinstra SA. JAMA. 2013;310(8):837-847. doi:10.1001/jama.2013.276187. JAMA Website: http://jama.jamanetwork.com/multimediaPlayer.aspx?mediaid=5975016
Interrupted time series analysis André E. Bussières, DC, MSc, PhD Abstract Background Context Overuse and misuse of spine x–rays for non-specific back and neck pain persists among chiropractors. Distribution of educational materials among physicians results in small to modest improvements in appropriate care such as ordering spine x-rays, but little is known about its impact […]
The most reproducible method. Heaver C, et al. S Hip Int. 2013 Aug 9;23(4):391-394. doi: 10.5301/hipint.5000042. [Epub ahead of print] Abstract Leg length inequality following total hip replacement remains common. In an effort to reduce this occurrence, surgeons undertake pre-operative measurements, templating and use various forms of intraoperative measurements, including computer navigation. This study aims […]
Jans L,et al. Eur J Radiol. 2013 Oct 16. pii: S0720-048X(13)00530-5. doi: 10.1016/j.ejrad.2013.10.001. [Epub ahead of print] Affiliation Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging, Ghent University Hospital, De Pintelaan 185, 9000 Gent, Belgium. Electronic address: lennartjans@hotmail.com. Abstract PURPOSE: To determine the prevalence of clinically relevant non-inflammatory disease on MRI of the sacroiliac (SI) joints in […]